The objectives of the CRE scheme are to improve health outcomes and promote or improve translation of research outcomes into policy and/or practice.

 The CRE scheme will also support researchers in capacity building activities, including in specific areas of need identified by NHMRC.

The intended outcomes of the CRE scheme are to:

• support the conduct and development of innovative, high quality, collaborative research
• promote effective translation of research into health policy and/or practice
• foster and build capacity in the health and medical research workforce
• provide opportunities to expand and improve collaborations between research teams.

The CRE 2027 grant opportunity will provide support for teams of researchers to purshue collaborative research and develop capacity in basic science research, clinical research, health services research and public health research.

Applicants select the application stream that best fits their research proposal. Applicants should refer to the Centres of Research Excellence 2027 Guidelines for further guidance in selecting the appropriate stream.

A CRE may be a single physical entity or institute, or a geographically disparate network linking across more than one institution. Centres are encouraged to collaborate with, and participate in, national and international research studies.

Applications will only be accepted from NHMRC approved Administering Institutions. A list of NHMRC approved Administering Institutions is available at: https://www.nhmrc.gov.au/funding/manage-your-funding/nhmrc-funding/administering-institutions

Applications must satisfy all the requirements set out in the Centres of Research Excellence 2027 Guidelines.

• Phone: 1800 500 983
• Email: help@nhmrc.gov.au